Stay on Sado and experience the festival! Sado Island Earth Celebration this Summer 2019. Sado (佐渡市, Sado-shi) is a city located on Sado Island (佐渡島, Sado-shima/Sado-ga-shima) in Niigata Prefecture, Japan.Since 2004, the city has comprised the entire island, although not all of its total area is urbanized. Two hours from the nearest city by boat from Niigata's coast, Sado Island was once remote enough to serve as a dumping ground for politicians … Thanks to the ocean currents, summer is cooler and winter is warmer on Sado than on the mainland, add to that the richly preserved natural environment and you have a comfortable resting site for birds. This remote place has long been a destination for political exiles, many of whom ended up working in Sado's prosperous gold mine while the island is no longer the place of exile and of gold mine. Experiencing hands-on the unique traditional Japanese drum, 'taiko', at Sado Island in Niigata from members of the world-famous Japanese taiko group: Kodo! By Joe Mignano. The island where deities dance. In August, people gather on this special island to celebrate the Earth by enjoying performances and activities that celebrate Sado’s special natural beauty. Sado is sometimes referred to as the butterfly island due to its unique shape. The festival has been held annually since 1988 under the theme “Tataku” (to beat a rhythm) at Kodo’s home, Sado Island, Niigata. Summer in Japan is synonymous with matsuri, these traditional festivals often have a religious element and occasions for people to dance, parade, and eat…in a nutshell it’s when locals gather to celebrate a special occasion!Almost every city, big or small, has its own matsuri. Posted on 07/10/2019 02/18/2020 Author jjwalsh. One of the most popular Sakura spots in Sado! Do check out the official Sado Tourism Association website for more information about the Mano Park Sakura Festival. Seit 1988 findet auf der Insel Sado, Teil der Präfektur Niigata, im Japanischen Meer, das Earth Celebration (EC) Festival statt. Earth Celebration is an international music festival held by the taiko drumming ensemble Kodo. Every year since 1988, the rich natural splendour of Sado has set the stage for arts and culture festival Earth Celebration (EC). Sado Island, the 6th largest island … Public transportation is slow on the island, so rent a car especially if you’d like to drive past the mountains. Sado Island lies just off the coast of Niigata Prefecture, located 45 km west of the city of Niigata, and is one of Japan's largest islands. Taiko Drum Festival brings Cheer to Old Island of Exile Kodo Taiko Group Celebrates the Earth with Music A Taiko Drummer playing in front of a Shinto Shrine In olden days, going to Sado Island generally meant one of two things: exile or gold. From August 16th to 18th, the little island of Sado dances to the sounds of taiko drums, song, and dance during the yearly Sado Earth Celebration music festival 2019! With the help of SPIN Earth and the Kodo team, I was given nearly unlimited access over the three days to help introduce this festival to the world. Joining the excitement at Sado Island’s 3-day taiko drum music festival. The island where deities dance. This year, Earth Celebration will be held exclusively online for a live global audience! The theme for EC this year is “Connect with the World on Sado Island.” Amidst unique circumstances, I sincerely hope our festival will create a community where each and every person can communicate and connect on a profound level.